Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Exhaust Front Pipe Replacement (LUV,LUW)
- Removal Procedure
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Warning:
Refer to Exhaust Service Warning.
- Remove the drivetrain and front suspension frame skid plate. Refer to Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Skid Plate Replacement.
- Disconnect the heated oxygen sensor-2. Refer to Heated Oxygen Sensor Replacement - Sensor 2.
- Remove the 3–way catalytic converter fasteners (1) and disconnect the 3-way catalytic converter (4) from the front pipe.
- Discard the exhaust gasket (2).
- Remove the exhaust front pipe (3) to the catalytic converter fasteners (1).
- Remove the front pipe (3) from the catalytic converter and discard the exhaust gasket (2).
- Installation Procedure
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- Install a NEW gasket (2) to the exhaust front pipe.
- Install the 3-way catalytic converter (4) to the exhaust isolators (3)
and tighten the fasteners (1) to 17 Y (13 lb ft)
.
- Position the exhaust front pipe (3) to the catalytic converter with a NEW gasket (2).
- Install the exhaust front pipe fasteners (1) to the catalytic converter
and tighten to 20 Y (15 lb ft)
.
- Connect the heated oxygen sensor-2. Refer to Heated Oxygen Sensor Replacement - Sensor 2.
- Install the drivetrain and front suspension frame skid plate. Refer to Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Skid Plate Replacement.
- Start the engine and check for exhaust leaks.
Caution:
Refer to Fastener Caution.
Clutch Actuator Cylinder Front Pipe Replacement
Removal Procedure
Remove the battery tray. Refer to Battery Tray Replacement.
Remove as much brake fluid out of brake fluid reservoir as possible.
Unclip the clutch act ...
Exhaust Rear Muffler Heat Shield Replacement
Exhaust Rear Muffler Heat Shield Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Disconnect the exhaust system hangers ...
Other materials:
Brake Dust Warning
Warning: Avoid taking the following actions when you service wheel
brake parts:
Do not grind brake linings.
Do not sand brake linings.
Do not clean wheel brake parts with a dry brush or with compressed air.
Some models or aftermarket brake parts may contain asbestos fiber ...
Rear Brake Cylinder Overhaul
Disassembly Procedure
Warning: Refer to Brake Dust Warning.
Warning: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Warning.
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
Remove the rear brake cylinder. Refer to Rear Brake Cylinder Replacement. ...
Air Intake System Description
Circuit/System Description
The primary function of the air intake system is to provide filtered air
to the engine. The system uses a filter element mounted in a housing. The filter
housing is remotely mounted and uses intake ducts to route the incoming air
into the throttle body. T ...
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